2009/2/20 Brian M. Scott <
BMScott@...>:
> That depends entirely on how one chooses to define
> 'language', and I doubt whether a useful, purely linguistic
> definition is possible.
>
> Brian
That's precisely my point.
I suggest that we carry out a survey.
Since phonological, morphological, syntactical and other features are
too language-specific, I think we could start with Swadesh list,
leaving aside the controversial status of lexicostatistical methods
for a while at the same time.
Any suggestions, opinions, comments as to the format, purpose and
usefulness of the survey? ;-)
Best wishes,
Petr